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The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1887-12-17

The struggles of a conscientious
child in its efforts to be truthful are
sometimes pathetic. Myrtle. at the
age of two, was very fond of playing
with the articles on her mothers dress
ing case, nd had been forbidden to do
so. One day she was absent in the
bedroom for some time. returning with
guilty face. No question was asked,
but after period of onward conflict
the little one remarked: There was n
picture in COR glass of little Myrtle
touching DOR fings. -Babyhood.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1887-12-17
FOB OUR YOUNG FOLKS.
MRS. SANTA CLAUS.

on all the busy people
This busy Christmas tide,
None works like Mrs. Santa Claus
For days, and nights beside.
The good old Saint, her husband,
Has so much now to do,
II Mrs. Claus did not take hold
He never would get through.
Their home is bright and CHEEKY,
They call it Reindeer Hail."
And icicles do thatch the roof,
And icebergs form the wall.
The North Star bright and shininA
Gives all the light they need,
For How to Climb Chimney"
Is the only book they read.
They've dolls in every corner,
They've dolls on all the chairs.
Piled high on every cupboard-shelf,
And way up the front stairs.
But not u stitch of clothing,
On any can be seen.
Old Santa Claus is nice, but he
Can't sew on q machine.
So Mrs. Claus is working .
On petticoats and sacks,
And there are lots of shirts to mako
For all the iumping-jacks;
And long clothes for the babies,
And hats and caps and capes,
Then all the dresses must be cut
In fashionable shapes.
Right on the fire kettle
Boils, and makes such noise!
The lid pops up; how good they smell
Those lemon-candy toysi :.
Such lots of candy cool1ingl
Such stacks of chocolate nice!
The kitchen is sticky place
So sticSy-but SO nice
The reindeer must be harnessed,
The toys packed in the sleigh;
Aud Santa Claus wrapped up in furs
To ride so far away.
Thon Mrs. Claus he kisses
And says: Il don't believe,
Ny dear, that 1 can get back home
Till nearly Now Years Eve"
And then away he dashes,
While Mrs. Claus does call:
''Be very careful how you climb;
I'll worry lest you falln'
And Santa Claus says smiling:
" never in my life
Could do so much for boys and girls
Without so good wifel'
-Add s. Shelton, in W Y Indepeadent.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1887-12-17

A prize of $500 has been offered
for the production of the best practical
elementary Textbook of tropical agri-
culture specially applicable to Jamaica,
manuscripts to be submitted to the gov
srnment of Jamaica on or before Au-
gust l. 1888. -ArhansaU Traveller.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1887-12-17

IL hate to have you leave us" said
the old father to his daughter, who was
about to be married. "Why, father?"
because | can not help having some
apprehensions about your future"
"But you know there is very rarely n
wedding without a missgiving" And
then her old father parted from her
without murmur. reliant TraU-
eker.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1887-12-17

Sweet Girl (disrobing)-Did yoa
look under the bed2 Old Maid
What for?. 10 see if there was man
there" mo, dear, I've given up all
hope. n-Omdha World
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1887-12-17

People have been known to talk
against gambling all their lives on
every possible occasion. and then,
after all, to 90 and get married.
.S0meruille Journal.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1887-12-17

"Well, really. l can't tell what to
think" he said
Can your Youths Companion.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
Dragged Under a Buggy.

A few minutes after o'clock last night a
carriage, driven by Peter Blair, ran into a
buggy belonging to Mr.. Robert Haysack,
standing in front of the Ludden & Bates
Southern Music House. Mr.. Haysacks
brother was in the buggy and was thrown
out. In some way he was caught in the
rear part O. the buggy, and was dragged as
far as the Marshall House. His left arm
was badly cut and he was covered with
bruises. The jehu drove down Brough-
ton street. and turned into Drayton. The
buggy was only slightly damaged, but
the carriage was pretty well stove up
Blair was drunk and his employer dis
charged him. A policeman went to hunt
him, but did not succeed in finding him. Mr.
Haysack talks about suing the owner of the
COR
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
THE NEW JAIL ACCEPTED.
The County Commissioners Ready tt
Take Possession.

The County commissioners READY to
Take Possession.
The new jail muddle was brought to a
sudden ending yesterday. 1t will be re-
membered that about two weeks ago the
building was inspected by the architect, and
afterward by committee of experts. The
architect and experts recommended in their
reports that certain work should be done by
the contractor before the building was &C
cepted. The changes recon-
mended were made, or were
supposed to have been made, when
the Board of County Commissioners visited
the Jail last Friday, and, in company with
the contractor, went through the building.
A memorandum was then made of the
defects, and 1t was supposed that the con-
tractor had taken cognizance of all that was
said. 1t appears, however, that he did not.
On Monday the Commissioners held a
special meeting to consider the acceptance
of the Jail, but when the matter was brought
before the board no one present was able to
state whether or not Mr. Bowe had made
the alterations and had finished his work.
A committee consisting of Col. J. H. Estill
and DIR. w. s. Lawton was appointed to
visit the Jail and report upon its condition.
The committee visited the building as soon
as the Board adjourned and went over it
with the contractor and the County En-
gineer. What report they intended to make
was not known until the regular meeting of
the board yesterday, when the committee
reported that it had visited and inspected
the Jail.
In their report they stated that Mr.. Bowe
had put up the partitions between the water
closets in the hospital ward as directed by
the board when they went over the building
last week, but that he had done nothing
further for the reason, as he stated, that he
did not know that anything more was re-
quired Of him. Mr.. Bowe expressed to the
committee his willingness to make any or
all the changes suggested.
The committee, in view of the
fact that what now remains to be done is
very trifing, and that the county cannot,
in their opinion, well afford to delay
longer the acceptance of the building,
recommended that it be accepted. The re-
port was unanimously adopted
This settles the jail matter as far as the
b Hiding is in question. The next thing is
vAe adjustment of the contractors accounts.
The board will meet for that purpose to-
morrow. Mr.. Bowe is at present out of the
city, but as soon as he returns and turns
over the keys to the commissioners the
Sheriff will occupy the JAIL and the prison
ers will be removed from their present
quarters.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
THROUGH THEsCITY.
Items Gathered Here and There by the
News Reporters.

There were four arrests yesterday for dis
orderly conduct.
The City Council last night ordered paid
bills against the city amounting to S9,2O7 81.
The st. Andrews Society will hold its
December meeting at Metropolitan Hall to-
night.
The annual meeting of stockholders of the
Savannah Bank and Trust Company will be
held Saturday, Dec. 81, at the banking
house.
Solomon's Lodge, F. A. NJ. will hold its
one hundred and fifty-frst annual commu-
nication tonight and will elect officers for
next year.
The Confederate Veterans Association
will hold an adjourned meeting at the court
house tonight. Gen. Lafayette McLaws
will deliver his address to the veterans.
The time for paving State and county
taxes is rapidly drawing to a close, and
those who have not yet called on Tax Col
lector MCGOWAN should not delay any
longer
The hotels have been drawing consider
able patronage from the contractors who
are looking after the street paving jobs
and the railway supplymen estimating on
the wants of the new street railroad.
David Sawyer was arrested yesterday,
charged with cutting Bennic Merrill. Both
are colored men, and on Dec. 10 they got
into quarrel. Sawyer drew knife, and
Merrill says he used it without provocation,
inf1icting painful but not dangerous wound
in the hand. Sawyer had kept out of the
way, but he was caught yesterday and
locked up on a charge of assault with intent
to murder
Safe Blower Ward created quite a stir in
Griffin on his way to the North Georgia
mines on Monday. When the train pulled
into the Griffin depot it was reported that
Voolfolk, the Bibb county murderer, was
on board and rush was made to the car.
Ward quite enjoyed the distinction of being
ogled, but he didn't relish the idea of being
thought a murderer. He has high notions
about some matters, which will most likely
be tanned somewhat after he has handled
the pick and drill awhile.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
SHOT HIMSELF IN THE HEAD.
A Five-Year-Old Lad Fools With a
Loaded Pistol.

Willie Thompson, five-year-old colored
boy, shot himself in the head with a pistol
yesterday morning, and will probably die.
He and his thirteen year-old brother Robert
live with their parents on Gwinnett street
near Price On Tuesday the younger boy
snapped lot of playthings for an old
powder and cap pistol, which he took to bed
at night to conceal from his mother. The
two boys sleep together. Robert
got up first yesterday morning, and while
he was dressing Willie got out the pistol
from under the pillow, and, not knowing
that it was loaded, snapped it. The weapon
was discharged and the bullet entered the
boys mouth and passed upward toward the
brain. His mother heard the shot and ran
into the room. The oldest boy told
what had happened and DIR. Groth was
summoned and rendered such assistance as
he was able. Policeman Lightbody arrested
the boy who was in the room and who, it
was believed, had shot his brother. and took
him to the barracks. There is no evidence,
however, that he did the shooting, and he
will be released this morning.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
Yesterday in the Courts.

In the superior Court yesterday Charles
Fleming was tried on the charge of cattle
stealing, but the testimony showed that he
had received the COW in question from a
man who said he had picked it up as stray
and he was acquitted.
Friday Albright took a judgment
against Mary Albright in the divorce case
pending between them.
Articles of incorporation were granted to
the Savannah Cold Storage and Ice Manu-
featuring Company.
In the City Court the case of Annie Elan
agan VS.. the Savannah, Florida and West
ern Railway Company was continued. 1t
will be concluded to-day.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15

for new ones. We want the public to know
that our faci Titles for repairing and putting
in good order worn or badly used Pianos
are unsurpassed by any house in this coun-
try. Wewant to repair twenty-five old Pr
amos before Xmas. We guarantee to do it as
well and as reasonably as it can be done
anywhere; or, if you are tired of your old
Piano, we will take it in exchange for a
new one, and allow you fine price for it, and
sell you any Piano we have in stock twenty
five of the leading makes for you to select
from at close factory prices. We handle
the Knabe, Kranich q Bach, Baus, Behr
Bros, Estey and Harrington Pianos, and
the Estey Organs. Tuning a special feature
of our Piano and Organ department..
DAVIS Bros
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
Garrett released from CUSTODY.

Wesley Garrett, who was arrested on the
charge of beating his child to death was
given an examination before Justice Warning
Russell yesterday w. G. Charlton, Esq,
appearing as his attorney and w. w.
Osborne, ESQ.,, representing the State.
James Bythewood, who swore out the war
rant, testified that he did not know of Gar
retts beating his child, but he heard it as a
rumor, and upon the strength f that he
swore out the warrant AS stated in the
MORNING News some days ago, there was
no evidence against Garrett, and after the
examination he was dismissed
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
Pushing the Work Ahead.

Arrangements were completed yesterday
for all the material, rails, switches, turn
outs, curves, ETC., required for the building
of the eastern and western divisions of the
Rural Resort railway. If no legal impedi-
ments are placed in the way the entire line
will be finished by April /, if not before. 1t
is expected that the road will be running to
both the railroad depots in time to convey
the thousands who will be here at the Jas
per festival
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
AT Estill's.

SAVANNAH DAILY MORNING NEWS,
SAVANNAH WEEKLY NEWS, Demorest
Monthly for January, The Cosmopolitan
Sunday Magazine for January. Ehrick's
Fashion Quarterly for Fall and Winter,
Rand McNally's Railroad Guide for De
cember, Harper's Weekly, Leslie's Weekly,
Life, Boston Herald, Boston Globe, Phila-
deIphia Times. Philadelphia Press, Balti-
more Sun, Baltimore American, New Y ork
Herald, Press, World, Times, Tribune,
Sun, Star, Macon Telegraph. Atlanta
Constitution, Augusta Chronicle, New Or
leans Times Democrat, Florida Times
Union, Jacksonville News Herald, Charles
ton News and Courier, Cincinnati Com
mercial Gazette, Cincinnati Enquirer.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
The County's Poor Farm.

At the meeting of The County Commits.
sioners yesterday. Commissioners Dorsett
and Estill were appointed to look into the
matter of organizing the Poor Farm. 1t is
understood that the part of the Queensbury
plantation lying on the Montgomery cross
roads is to be used for the purpose of the
Poor Farm. This tract is separated from
that where the convict camp has been To-
Gated by rice fields. 1t will make pleas
ant and beautiful refuge for the poor and
unfortunate people of the county.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
Tiffany's Jewelry Palace.


There are few persons who have not at
least heard of Tiffany's celebrated Jewelry
and Art House, and great many other
people imagine that nothing of good quality
can be had except at TiffanyS. This is
follacious idea, as there isn't the slightest
necessity for sending from home for single
article in this line. We have right here as
fine and varied stock of Jewelry, Dia-
monds, Bronzes, etc, as can be found any
IUhere in the United States, and at prices as
lor- as can be obtained at Tiff
fany'5 or elsewhere. We would di-
rect especial attention to our very
elaborate display of solid Silver Ware,
as also select line of Plated Ware. We
make feature of Ladies' Watches, Chains
and Charms, and those contemplating holi-
day gifts can be suited in every regard.
Our display of the famous Lemaire's Opera
Glasses is very complete and this quality
and fine workmanship does not need COM
mendation at our hands. We have some of
the prettiest and most novel conceits in
Bronze Ornaments that one often sees, and
invite attention to them. A gold-headed
Silk Umbrella makes neat and inexpensive
present. and we have them in great variety
of design Of ornamentation. 1t is not pos
sible to describe more than some of our
leading articles III limited space, and, in
fact by personal inspection only can the
extent of our efforts this season be appre-
ciated. We do not allow the slightest mis-
representation, and where our guarantee is
placed it can be relied on to attach the re-
sponsibility that belongs to any first-class
house. Our many patrons of the past
are our best vouchers, and we certainly
intend to retain our place in their popular
regard The rattle list for the magnificent
Diamond Necklace is filling up very rapidly.
Bear in mind that q visit to our establish
ment carries no obligation to buy with it.
We are just as glad to see the chance Wis
itor as the most determined buyer.
NJ. STERNBERG, 157 Broughton street.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
Off for the Backwards.

William H. Turner, penitentiary guard,
came down yesterday, and will take back
with him batch Of convicts. He will go
up this morning with the following:
William Nixon alias Frank Nixon, one
year.
Samuel Kelsey, one year.
James Dupree (white), two years.
Mack Holway, four years.
William Henry Baker, seven years
jackson King, ten years.
They will be taken to the Chattahoochee
backward
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
A SUGGESTION

To Those in Search of Christmas
Presents.
Do you want something for your wife,
your husband, your little boy or girl or the
baby--for young man or lady-.for any
one at dUl
Then take leiS1rely look through our
store, don't hurry through. We will be
glad TO have you stay as long as you like
whether you buy or not.
In this way only, will you get an idea of
the immense stock of beautiful goods we
have, and you will be apt to find what you
want in our store. Respectfully,
JAS S. SILVA a. Son.
China, Glass, etc, Lyons Block.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
THE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS.
Proceedings of the December Meeting
New Roads, Etc.

1NNtFNIoi 1IVNs
Messrs. Walker, Estill, Lawton and Dor
sett were present at the monthly meeting of
the County Commissioners yesterday. The
petitions for county aid and for relief from
double taxes were referred to the proper
committees. A petition was received
from A. w. Harmon and others asking that
a road be opened from the White Bluff
road to the Middle Ground road, between
the five and six mile posts. 1t was referred
to the Committee on Roads and Bridges.
The Jail Committee was authorized to
place $4,000 of insurance upon the new
Jail building as soon as it is turned over to
the county authorities. The Commission
ers passed bills to the amount of $4,000.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
TALKING OVER MISSIONS.
The United Lutheran Synod Boart
Meets in Columbia.

The Board of Missions and Church Exten-
sions of the United Synod of the Evangeli-
cal Lutheran church in the South met in
Columbia, S. c., Tuesday. The whole board
was present The principal business trans
acted was the election of permanent Sec
rotary, the adoption of a resolution in
structing the Secretary to visit and report
on the mission in Richmond, Va, and the
appointment of committee to nominate a
missionary to Japan. Various propositions
were discussed, and arrangements were
made to collect the revenue voted by the
United Synod. Four thousand dollars for
home missions and $4,000 for foreign mis-
sions were apportioned by the board. Rev.
L. K. Probst, of Charleston, was invited to
become permanent Secretary of the board,
but he has not yet indicated his acceptance
of the position
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
PISTOL SHOT AND A CROWD.
Lively Fracas in a Broughton Street
Billiard Room.

About 10 o'clock last night John Woelt-
jen, German grocer, was in the billiard
room connected with George Schwarzs
saloon on Brougbton street, and raised a
row in which some nine or ten engaged.
During the rumpus somebody drew pistol,
and the cry OF police was raised. This
drew crowd, and in less than two minutes
the street was full of people. In the mean
time, Woeltjen yelling at the top of his
lungs, was hustled into buggy and was
driven off The police arrested two others
of the crowd, but they were released, as the
parties which were to prefer charges said
arrest.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
RIVER AND HARBoR NOTES.
Happenings Among the Shipping and
Along the Wharves.

A survey was held yesterday on the Nor
wegian brig Amykos. The board consisted
of Capt. T. A. Laird, Port Warden Wig
gins and H. f. Willink, master ship car
penter. accompanied by James 7. Stewart,
Lloyds' agent The brig was hove down
for the examination of her bottom. The
latter was found to be all right, with the ex-
ception of few patches of her metal gone
The board recommended that she be stripped
and recaull1ed. After the examination the
vessel was righted. 1t is very probable
that she will be condemned
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
Tire Pool Tournament.

Mr.. Wilson defeated Mr.. Brown last night
after well played contest. This afternoon
the Unknown and Mr.. Herbert will play at
2:30, and tonight Messrs. Brown and Her
bert CHAs. KoLsHoRN d BRO.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
Beauty and Fragrance.

These are both attributes of the lovely.
Beauty of the teeth, fragrance of the breath,
are twin benefactions conferred by SOZO-
DON'T. The queens Of society, the brightest
ornaments of the lyric and dramatic stage.
the refined everywhere commend it,
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
LuppEN q RATES $. NJ. Fl.
THE OLD AND NEW
ALRTIMs


PHOTOGRAPH ALBUMS
SILK PLUSH, assorted colors, extension
clasps, q large fine book, at 81 IS 81 80, 80
s. 90 So; did 6t sell at s. s. 60 s. q and S.
great variety of styles, and prices are so per
cent. better than last year.
AUTOGRAPH ALBUMS.
Red Leatherette, Silver Gilt and Inlay, at l5c.,
=. Long Grain, Calf Padded, Stamped in Gold,
Csc, 90c., 81 10,
Best Silk Plush, plain padded, dc, Co.,, 7sc ,9or
SCRAP ALBUMS
An immense assortment of finely illuminated
ana Illustrated at prices ranging from rs cents
to 81 each.
To those who wish to make the little folks
happy, we say don't forget the Toy Book Coun-
ter. Better selections can now be made than
later. 1t will pay you to look at and price our
stock.
TOY DRUMS AND PIANOS
Are features in our business that should not be
overlooked
Handsome Square Pianos at ST. 80, So and So Sc.
Toy Drums range in price from 25c. to ST. rs.
CHRISTMAS CARDS, NOVELTIES AND
Our assortment and stock of these goods s1Ir-
pass anything heretofore shown by u.s. and
when we assure our patrons that our prices are
much less than ever before seen, We simply ask
that an inspection of our stock be made. This,
we think, will convince the most incredulous that
large sales and small profits enable us to offer
them the choicest productions of the new and
old world.
BRONZE, BISQUE & TERRA GOTTA WARE.
Handsome Bronzes at from So to sos per pair
Bisque Figures at 81 80 TO $50 each.
Terra Gotta Figures, IS cents to $50 each.
Royal Hungarian, Terra Romano, Silesian
Majolica and Roman Amphora Glassware in
endless variety.
Etruscan, Florentine and Sienna Bronzes
Lamps, Vases, Rose Jars, Money Jars, Etc.
POCKET BOOKS AND CARD CASES
The latest and newest styles in Rich Leath-
er Goods. Lap Tablets, Music Rolls Writing
Desks Etc.
Our stock shows for itself and the prices will
be found in plain figures, and WE GUARAN-
TEE THE LOWEST.
T. 81 e. 8. M. TT
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
Firing and Gliding CHINA,

We make our semi-monthly shipment to
China Decorating Works to-day.
L. g. b. S. NJ. II.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15

Imported Sherry, 81, Catawba Wine 81,
Old Duff Gordon Sherries from So TO s., at
ID. b. Testers.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15

At the Harnett House, Savannah, Ga,
you get all the comforts of the high-priced
no els, and save from 81 to 81 per day. Try
it and be convinced.-Bo Home jour
a,OT
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15

Mixed Nuts 15c., good Raisins 1215c.,
Citron and Currants cheap at D. B. Les
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15

Examine D. b. Testers stock and get his
prices before buying your groceries,
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15
Old Pianos Taken in Exchange

Go to Testers for Apricots, Plums,
Peaches, Pears, Ounces and Green Cages.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15

A 25c. Damask Towel for 10c at Weis-
bein's
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15

a @5c. full regular Gents Half Hose for
l0c. Mt Weisbeins
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1887-12-15

Thirty-three per cent. reduction on all
Winter Goods at Weishein's.